Our new look QBCC licences feature a photo and advanced security elements to help prevent fraud and simplify vertification. Security features include a foil logo and ultra-violet patterning incorporated across the surface of the card.
Photo requirements
Similar to passports and driver's licences, the QBCC requires a clear image to issue a photo ID. The easiest way is to get your photo taken by a professional passport photo provider, such as Australia Post.
Photo size and quality requirements:
- two identical, good quality colour prints
- be less than six months old
- photos must be 35mm to 40mm wide and 45mm to 50mm high. The size of the face from chin to crown can be up to a maximum of 36mm, with a minimum of 32mm.
Subject:
- eyes are open and clearly visible
- face is centred and looking directly at the camera with no side profiles
- facial expression is neutral (not smiling, laughing or frowning)
- hair is off the edges of your face
- no glasses, hats or objects obstructing view of the face (from your chin to your forehead and on either side)
- if applicable - head coverings should be plain and still allow the edges of your face to be clearly visible.
Other factors that make a photo acceptable are:
- even lighting on your face
- background is plain white or light grey
- Do not overexpose the image, features be clear and distinguishable at a glance
- final image must be true likeness of the subject
- no retouching or filters of photos permitted
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Certifying your photos
Photos must be certified by a qualified witness - a Lawyer, Justice of Peace, Commissioner of Declarations, Notary Public or QBCC staff member - and will only be valid for 10 years once received by the QBCC.
Who will receive the new photo card?
Anyone submitting the new application form, which launches on 27 August 2024, will receive a new photo ID.